1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 459 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | GTD |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
